River Cauvery: A Geographic Account

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Which district is home to the Hogenakkal waterfalls formed by the river Cauvery?

Dharmapuri

Where does the river Cauvery originate?

Western Ghats

What is the name of the dam located across the river Cauvery in Salem district?

Mettur Dam

In which district does the river Cauvery branch into Coleroon or Kollidam and the southern branch remains Cauvery?

Tiruchirappalli

'Srirangam Island' is formed when:

The two branches of the river Cauvery join again after flowing for about 16 km.

What is the total length of the river Cauvery?

805 km

Which district forms the Hogenakkal waterfalls in the river Cauvery?

Dharmapuri district

What is the river called in the wider region of Tamil Nadu?

Agandra Cauvery

What is the name of the dam located across the river Cauvery in Salem district?

Mettur Dam or Stanley Reservoir

What is the name of the island formed when the two branches of the river Cauvery join again?

Srirangam Island or Srirangam

What is the name of the structure built across the river Cauvery that breaks it into distributaries?

Grand Anaicut or Kallanai

Learn about the origin, length, course, and notable features of the river Cauvery, including its significance as a boundary and its role in forming the Hogenakkal waterfalls and the Mettur Dam. This quiz provides insights into the geography of the river Cauvery.

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